Freedom of the City

The Freedom of the City is reserved for military units which have a significant attachment to the City of Onkaparinga.

Freedom of the City is the highest honour the City can confer on a military unit.

The award is for the important role the unit plays in the community,

by providing an example of leadership,

encouraging skill development and

providing a significant voluntary service to the community.

Recipients are recognised on an honour board, which is displayed in the Council Chamber.

2016 -619 Squadron, Australian Air Force Cadets

In 2016 the No. 619 Squadron, Australian Air Force Cadets were granted Freedom of the City of Onkaparinga.

During the ceremony in 2016, the 40th Regional Cadet Unit Noarlunga, 605 Squadron Australian Air Force Cadets and Australian Navy Cadets TS Noarlunga exercised their rights to Freedom of the City of Onkaparinga.